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Ironman-distance events are ultra-endurance competitions involving three sports, leading to various adverse medical incidents. While some athletes compete in the same event over multiple years, medical trends among repeat competitors have not been studied. This study aimed to determine the recurrence of common medical incidents in repeat competitors over time in a longstanding Ironman-distance championship event.
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